Generic
Dextran + Sodium Chloride
1 brands available in the market
At a glance
Dextran + Sodium Chloride is a combination medicine used as short-term fluid replacement after trauma.
Description
Dextran 40 and Sodium Chloride work by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding. Plasma is required to circulate red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body.
Indications
- Short term fluid replacement after trauma
Therapeutic class
Plasma volume expanders
Pharmacological class
Plasma Volume Expander
Pharmacology
Dextran 40 and Sodium Chloride work by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding.
Mechanism of action
Dextran + Sodium Chloride restores blood plasma volume, which helps circulate red blood cells.
Dosage
Adult: Dose depends on the severity of the patient's condition; as determined by the physician.
Administration
This medicine is given as an IV infusion by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer.
Missed dose
Dextran + Sodium Chloride is an infusion medicine given by healthcare professionals.
Side effects
No common side effects seen.
Precautions & warnings
Intended for use in hospitalised patients. Use with caution in kidney disease. Probably safe in liver disease.
Contraindications
No known contraindications.
Drug interactions
No adequate information on drug interactions is available.
Food interactions
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dextran + Sodium Chloride. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
Dextran + Sodium Chloride may be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Pregnancy Category: N/A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Information regarding the use of Dextran + Sodium Chloride during breastfeeding is not available.
Pediatric use
No specific dosage recommendation for pediatric patients.
Geriatric use
No specific dosage adjustment is necessary for elderly patients.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal impairment: Use with caution. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Hepatic impairment: Probably safe. Dose adjustment may not be needed.
Overdose effects
No adequate information on overdose is available.
Storage conditions
Store as per manufacturer's instructions.
Chemical structure
Dextran + Sodium Chloride